Basking Ridge Mother’s Day horseback riding

BASKING RIDGE - The Friends of Lord Stirling Stable announce that registration for their annual Mother’s Day Ride remains open through May 5. The ride will take place on the scenic trails of Lord Stirling Stable on Sunday, May 9. Check-in time is 10:30 a.m. and the ride is from 11 a.m. to noon. Lord Stirling Stable is located at 256 South Maple Avenue in Basking Ridge, New Jersey.

Registration forms are available in the Stable office and on the Friends of Lord Stirling Stable website at flssnj.org (“Calendars & Forms/Guided Rides entry form”). The fee for this event is $25 for Friends of Lord Stirling Stable members and $30 for all others. There is a charge of $6 for the use of a helmet and boots. Payment may be made by cash, check or credit card (Visa, MasterCard and Discovery are accepted). Forms must be received in the stable office by Wednesday, May 5. The office is open seven days a week.

This event, suitable for those with little or no riding experience, is open to all adult riders, their family and friends. Children must be at least 12 years old unless currently enrolled in class at Lord Stirling Stable. Riders must weigh less than 240 pounds.

New this year, riders may choose to ride in one of two groups. A leisurely, walk-only ride is offered to novices and non-riders. More experienced equestrians may opt for the walk/trot/canter ride. Trail Guides will be happy to point out and attempt to identify the various plants, birds and animals that can be seen on the 18 miles of trails at Lord Stirling Stable.

For information, contact Chuck at 908-758-0825 or the Stable office at 908-766-5955 (NJ Relay 711 for individuals with a hearing or speech impairment).

Information on other events of the Somerset County Park Commission can be found on the Internet at somersetcountyparks.org.